News — Designer's Desk

Sound design can be the unsung hero of your school theater production, but how do you make those crashes and musical cues come to life? Professional Sound Designer Chris Barlow shares his tips for building your own sound design toolbox at Stage Partners.

In theatre, storytelling is king. And one of the most effective storytelling tools is now more affordable and easier to use than ever. When combined with your other design elements (actors, lighting, costumes, sets, props, etc.), projections can expand your ability to tell your story, even if you don’t have state-of-the-art equipment in your booth. How far will your creativity take you when the limits of budget and space are removed? There are certain requirements to make projections work well in your space, but here are answers to the five questions we hear most often.